In March 2021, Snopes became aware of viral pictures supposedly depicting a ceramic sculpture of former U.S. President Donald Trump wearing a monk’s robe and sitting in a meditative pose that resembled Buddha. We sought evidence to determine whether the figure existed in the physical world. The Global Times, a […]
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A Thai organization’s crusade against blaspheming Buddha
Acharawadee Wongsakon, an ascetic Buddhist teacher in snow-white robes, has a pet peeve. It’s the phrase “let it go,” deployed by people who disrespect Buddha and expect Buddhists to meekly tolerate the insult. “Letting go? That just means letting go of your emotions. It doesn’t mean we’re weak … or […]